Myers Woodshop Blog

Best beginner CNC for 2027: Onefinity Apprentice with 16.5-inch cutting area
Best Beginner CNC Router for 2027: Why I Choose the Onefinity Apprentice
Looking for the best starter CNC in 2027? Explore the Onefinity Apprentice, its $995 sale price, features, support, and how to compare budget CNC routers. Read more...
Best CNC for 2027: Onefinity Gen 2 Elite FULL-EIGHT compared with AltMill, Shapeoko, and Genmitsu
The Best CNC Machine to Buy in 2026–2027: Why I Choose the Onefinity Gen 2 Elite
Looking for the best CNC router for 2026–2027? Ben compares Onefinity Gen 2 Elite, Shapeoko and AltMill, plus 4×8 pricing, Filefinity and more. Read more...
Carveco Maker CNC software
Unleashing Your CNC Creativity: The Power of CARVECO Software with Onefinity, Shapeoko, and X-Carve
In the exciting world of CNC machining, hobbyists are constantly seeking ways to elevate their craft. Read more...
Onefinity CNC pen, pencil, and marker holder
Draw with your Onefinity CNC!
Your Onefinity CNC isn't just for cutting wood! With a laser you can engrave, but with this tool, you can turn it into a drawing machine! Read more...
Myers Woodshop CNC Wasteboard MEGA Pack
Myers Woodshop Wasteboard V1 MEGA Pack now available!
Every file in one place. Every size wasteboard, every size fence, every size flattening, every clamp. Read more...
Ultimate CNC enclosure build
Ultimate CNC Enclosure Build
Ever wanted to make an enclosure for your CNC machine? Follow along with my ultimate CNC enclosure build video! Read more...
Uses for CA Glue In The Shop.
I use a CA glue a lot in my woodshop. It has many applications with so much of my things I use. Read more...
Topographical map carved on a CNC
How to create a Topographical Map On a CNC
Ever wanted to make a topographical map out of wood? I made one, and I created a video that walks you through exactly how to do it step by step. Read more...
Onefinity vs Shapeoko CNC
Onefinity vs. Shapeoko CNC [2022]: Which One Should You Buy?
Upfront Disclosure. Onefinity AND Shapeoko sent me their machines, FOR FREE. Shapeoko asked that I show of their machine when I used it, Onefinity asked that I beta test the... Read more...
JTech 7W laser head
Jtech 7w Lightburn Library
Do you have a 7w Jtech laser and are using Lightburn with it? This is a premade library of cutting speeds and power for various woods, plastics, and other materials. Read more...
Onefinity CNC touch probe holder
Onefinity CNC Touch Probe Holder
Just like when I used the Shapeoko, the Onefinity CNC supports touch probes.  Onefinity sells their own branded 3 axis touch probe that will zero x, y, and z.  Of... Read more...
Onefinity router cable and vacuum hose boom
Onefinity Router Cable Vacuum Hose Boom
A practical Onefinity CNC router-cable and vacuum-hose boom setup for keeping cords and dust collection organized above the machine. Read more...
Onefinity CNC logo
You Bought A CNC, Now What?
You did it! You just purchased A CNC. If this is your second (or 3rd or 4th :P ) CNC than you know what your getting into! Read more...
Onefinity CNC specifications image
The All New Onefinity CNC Machine
An early hands-on introduction to the Onefinity CNC, covering its ball-screw motion, modular design, controller, networking, and shop workflow. Read more...
Introducing the Onefinity CNC machine
Introducing the Onefinity CNC Machine.
You guys know me for my work with the Shapeoko 3. It's been a good machine but with some caveats. Read more...
Bear Hunt design file for CNC, laser, 3D printer, and paper printer
Bear Hunt Design File, FREE Download, for Children during Corona Virus. For Laser, CNC, 3D Printer and Paper Printer.
A free Bear Hunt design bundle created for CNC, laser, 3D-printing, vinyl-cutting, and paper-printing projects. Read more...
DeWalt DWP611 compact router
Changing brushes on DeWalt DPW 611 compact router
A step-by-step guide to replacing the motor brushes in a DeWalt DWP611 compact router used on many hobby CNC machines. Read more...
Shapeoko CNC touch probe setup and use
CNC Carbide 3D Shapeoko Touch Probe For 1/2 The Price
The Touch Probe allows you to quickly identify job zero (X, Y, and Z) by running the probing feature found in Carbide Motion.   The touch probe from Carbide 3D... Read more...
Configure LightBurn for a JTech laser and hobby CNC
How To Configure Lightburn Software For Your JTech Laser And Hobby CNC Machine
In this video I walk you through configuring a GRBL based hobby CNC for use with a J Tech Laser and Lightburn software. Read more...
Carbide Create Shapeoko Basics Part 4 video
Carbide Create Shapeoko Basics - Part 4: Multiple Toolpaths And V Bit Video
Part 4 of the Carbide Create basics series walks through multiple toolpaths, end mills, V-bits, probing, and cutting the finished CNC sign. Read more...
Remote control and monitoring for a CNC machine
Remotly View Your CNC With This Camera And WiFi Outlet
When I have a long carve on my CNC or 3D Printer, I like to remotely monitor it to make sure everything is going smoothly. Read more...
How To Make A CNC Threaded Wasteboard Video
How to make a CNC threaded wasteboard, the video. Works on the Shapeoko 3, X Carve, and other Hobby CNCs. Files included for free! Read more...
CNC wasteboard fence for consistent X and Y zero
Create A Fence For Your CNC Wasteboard. (File And How To Video Included!)
When you want a consistant X and Y zero point the best way to do that on the CNC is by using a fence. Read more...
Wireless remote for CNC control
How To Control Your CNC With A Wireless Remote
Ever wanted to control your CNC when your not in front of your computer. Here's one simple solution that's less than $20 and takes zero programming knowledge. Read more...
Convert Carbide Create C2D files to SVG
How To Convert .c2d (Carbide Create) Files To .svg
I usually design all my things in Vetric. Sometimes, I design in Carbide Create. Read more...
CNC L-shaped wasteboard clamps
How To Clamp Material To Your Wasteboard. (Including The New L Shaped Clamp Bracket File)
I decided to create another clamping option to assist in holding down material. I came up with these L shaped brackets. Read more...
Carbide Create Shapeoko Basics Part 3 advanced design video
Carbide Create Shapeoko Basics - Part 3: Advanced Design - Now On Youtube
Part 3 of the Carbide Create Shapeoko basics series covers advanced design tools, multiple bits, toolpaths, vectors, and V-carving. Read more...
Shapeoko 3 feeds and speeds chart
CNC Feeds And Speeds. A Starting Point.
A practical starting point for CNC feeds and speeds, with example settings for common end mills, V-bits, and woodworking materials. Read more...
CNC wasteboard flattening file
How To Flatten Your Wasteboard (And Why It's So Important)
So you just installed a new wasteboard or you need to flatten your current one because its carved into way to much. Read more...
Mobile CNC workbench
Mobile CNC Workbench For LESS Than $100!
I needed a mobile workbench for my heavy CNC machine. It's a shop build, so I don't want to spend a lot of time or money on it. Read more...
Myers Woodshop 3D printed touch probe holder for Carbide 3D BitZero V1
Shapeoko 3 Touch Probe Holder
A simple 3D-printed holder for keeping a Shapeoko touch probe and alligator clip secure and organized near the CNC. Read more...
CNC cam clamps for a threaded wasteboard
Clamping System For Threaded Wasteboard
Now that you followed my previous blog and created your own threaded waste board, it's time to make some clamps for it. Read more...
Myers Woodshop CNC wasteboard file
Download THE Myers Woodshop Wasteboard For Hobby CNCs.
Many of you have seen my videos of me using my Shapeoko 3 XXL CNC and have seen my custom waste board. Read more...
Recommended CNC end mill bits
My Recommended End Mill Bits For CNC Machines
A beginner-friendly guide to CNC end mills, including up-cut, down-cut, compression, V-bits, and recommended router-bit choices. Read more...
Wooden sign CNC tutorial
Easily Cut A Wooden Sign With Your CNC
Wooden signs are all the rage currently, so we decided we needed to design and create some signs that signified home was where the heart was. Read more...
Using a CNC router and laser to make a step stool
Using A CNC Router And Laser To Make A Step Stool
A personalized wooden step-stool build combining CNC routing, epoxy inlay, laser engraving, traditional woodworking, and finishing. Read more...